Bad Sukuli - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Bad Sukuli is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Mahulpatna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bad Sukuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bad Sukuli is 424463. The village covers a total geographical area of 153 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 108 km away.
Bad Sukuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bad Sukuli
As per Census 2011, Bad Sukuli village has a total population of 497 people, consisting of 233 males and 264 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 1,133 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 113 literate and 384 illiterate residents. Additionally, 268 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 228 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bad Sukuli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 497 | 233 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 36 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 126 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 228 | 107 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 56 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 177 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Bad Sukuli
Bad Sukuli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Biribad | East | 1.16 km |
| Raealpas | South-West | 1.21 km |
| Mahulpatna | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Talchobri | South | 2.85 km |
| Badbafala | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Uparchobari | South-West | 4.37 km |
| Sanachhatarang | South-West | 4.65 km |
| Jubarajpur | South | 4.69 km |
| Gopinathpur | South | 4.81 km |
| Chingiripas | South-East | 4.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bad Sukuli
Bad Sukuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tikiri, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Bad Sukuli is about 108 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bad Sukuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bad Sukuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bad Sukuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bad Sukuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bad Sukuli
Where is Bad Sukuli located?
Bad Sukuli village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bad Sukuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Bad Sukuli is Mahulpatna.
What is the pincode of Bad Sukuli?
The pincode of Bad Sukuli is 766037.
What is the population of Bad Sukuli?
Bad Sukuli has a total population of 497, including 233 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Bad Sukuli?
There are 136 households in Bad Sukuli.
What is the literacy rate in Bad Sukuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bad Sukuli is 22.74%. Male literacy is 24.03% and female literacy is 21.59%.